Join members of the presbytery staff at the Ignatius House for a Day Of Reflection, prioritizing your mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. Discover the art of self-care at Ignatius House – where the care of the body and soul converge for a holistic wellness experience.

Each individual will register directly through Ignatius House. Cost is $75 including lunch and facilitator.

August 25 @ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Join Andy James and the new Pastor-to-Pastor Coordinator
Day of Reflection: Care of Body, Care of Soul

November 11 @ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Join Cassandra Morrow and the new Pastor-to-Pastor Coordinator
Day of Reflection: Care of Body, Care of Soul

Build Up Your Leaders Toolbox!

Join leaders from around the congregations and new worshiping communities of the Presbytery on Saturday, August 23 as we add to our leaders toolbox! We will gather from 8:30am to 1:00pm on August 23 at Korean Central Presbyterian Church to learn, pray, and grow together. Three tracks will be available:

• New Elder Training: for people new to serving as ruling elders (led by the New Church Development Commission)

• Financial Best Practices for Congregations: for those who want to develop a culture of generosity, support financial procedures, and conduct annual financial reviews

• The Blessing of Conflict?!: for spiritual leaders who want to develop tools for healthy patterns of communication

Schedule:

8:30am​ - Registration Opens, Refreshments

9:00am​ - Opening Gathering: Prayer, Scripture, Song

9:20am - ​Dismiss to Workshops

9:30am​ - Workshop Part 1

11:00am​ - Lunch Break

11:30am​ - Workshop Part 2

1:00pm​ - Dismiss from Workshops

Register by Sunday, August 17. Cost for the day (including lunch) is $15.

Beyond Migrant Welcome: Good Neighbors in Hard Times

Thursday, August 21 at 6:30 PM via Zoom

Immigration policies have changed, and enforcement actions have cast a wide net. Join us for a conversation on how to navigate these changes and help our neighbors in need. The Rev. Dr. Ellen Clemot and others will provide insight on what it means to be welcoming and caring to immigrant siblings in an ever-changing world.

Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/d11BdBR1Tpao26KqeUYArA

1700th Anniversary of the Council of Nicea
Druid Hills Presbyterian Church

We will recognize the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicea with classes on the subject on Sundays, August 10 and 17, at 10:00 in the church parlor taught by Dr. Peter J. McGuire. The recognition will continue during morning worship those days at 11:00 led by Pastor Betsy Turner.

The first class on August 10 will discuss the council itself, its purpose and results.
The second class on August 17 will discuss the Nicene Creed.

Dr. Ryan Bonfiglio

Candler School of Theology, Emory University

Dr. Ryan Bonfiglio, an Associate Professor in the Practice of Old Testament at Emory’s Candler School of Theology, is the featured preacher for Aug. 17 on “Day1” with host Katie Givens Kime, the nationally broadcast ecumenical radio program also accessible online at Day1.org and by podcast. Hear “Day1” in the Atlanta area on WSB 95.5 and 750 AM Sundays at 7:05 a.m. This is episode 4,195 of “Day1.” 

“Daughters of Zelophehad” is drawn from Numbers 27:1-11, a story set during Israelites’ 40 years of wandering in the wilderness that recounts the challenge of the five daughters of Zelophehad to Moses, God, and the fairness of a biblical tradition in which a father’s property is left to his sons. Bonfiglio points out that these women ask for a reinterpretation of the biblical tradition that they feel unjustly consigns them to a life of poverty. They do so within the community relationship and Moses responds favorably to their request. In this time of divisive controversies when many of us are retreating into habitats that are ideologically homogeneous, Bonfiglio declares a lesson for us in this passage. “What we see in this text is a community that refuses to retreat into theologically homogenous echo chambers. The community sticks together and continues talking despite what might likely were serious disagreements. What kept them together was something more than just a willingness to ‘agree to disagree,’” he says. “It seems that there was a belief that the presence of theological heterogeneity strengthened the body, made it more nuanced, adaptive, and resilient. A chorus of varied voices produces better music than an echo chamber.” 

Ryan Bonfiglio serves on faculty at Emory’s Candler School of Theology and is also the founding director of The Candler Foundry, an initiative designed to make the best of theological learning accessible and engaging for those who likely never will go to seminary. Among the Foundry’s various programs is TheoEd talks, a TED-style speaker series that brings together leading thinkers in the church and the academy to give the talk of their lives in 20 minutes or less. After earning a B.A. in chemistry at Princeton University and an M.Div. at Princeton Theological Seminary, Bonfiglio completed his Ph.D. in Hebrew Bible at Emory University. He teaches, speaks, and writes on a variety of topics, including the theology and practice of sabbath, biblical metaphors, the Bible and poverty, ancient iconography, and the future of theological education. He is a frequent contributor to the Journal for Preachers and designs and leads national and international immersion experiences with The Ministry Collaborative. He was born and raised in Philadelphia and suffers from a life-long love of Philly sports.

The program includes interviews with Bonfiglio conducted by Kime, who is also executive producer. 

“Day1” has been broadcast every week for 80 years, formerly as “The Protestant Hour.” Featuring outstanding preachers from the mainline denominations, “Day1” is currently distributed to radio stations across America and overseas. The program is produced by the Alliance for Christian Media, based in Atlanta. For more information, check the program’s website, http://day1.org.  

#   #   # 

Is worshiping with your child a joy? Do you want your child's prayer life to be more than meals and bedtime? Consider applying to this summit, an initiative of The Center for Excellence in Christian Education. 

Spend a day with us and your family exploring new ways to nurture your child's faith through worship and prayer and experience intergenerational learning. Children, parents, grandparents, caregivers -- all family configurations are invited. Let us partner with you on the journey of baptismal living.

The summit is Saturday, August 16, 10am-3pm at Shallowford Presbyterian Church. We have 50 spaces for families, including children up to 12 years old. All supplies, lunch, and snacks are provided. The deadline to apply is July 30 with acceptance notifications going out on August 2.

Click here to learn more and apply. The flyer is available here.

2025 Woods Lecture Series to Discuss “The Church’s Witness in the World” with Two Prominent Church Leaders

The University of Dubuque Theological Seminary’s Woods Lecture Series will bring two prominent church leaders from the United Methodist Church (UMC) and the Presbyterian Church (USA) (PCUSA) to campus in August to discuss “The Church’s Witness in the World.”

Bishop Kennetha J. Bigham-Tsai, episcopal leader of the Iowa Conference UMC and co-bishop of the Illinois Great Rivers Conference UMC, will preach on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.

Rev. Tony Larson, MDiv, co-moderator of the 226th General Assembly (2024) of the PCUSA, will preach on Tuesday, August 12, 2025.

Both will begin at 11:00 a.m. with worship and sermon in Blades Chapel, Blades Hall.

These events will be livestreamed via www.facebook.com/DubuqueSeminary.

Press Release

The Presbytery of Greater Atlanta holds quarterly Stated Meetings to conduct business and join in worship together.

For more information about Stated Meetings (including links to registration, submit absence requests, download the current Commissioner Handbook, etc.), click the button below.

Some items, such as the Commissioner Handbook, registration link, etc., will be made available a couple of weeks prior to each event.

1700th Anniversary of the Council of Nicea
Druid Hills Presbyterian Church

We will recognize the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicea with classes on the subject on Sundays, August 10 and 17, at 10:00 in the church parlor taught by Dr. Peter J. McGuire. The recognition will continue during morning worship those days at 11:00 led by Pastor Betsy Turner.

The first class on August 10 will discuss the council itself, its purpose and results.
The second class on August 17 will discuss the Nicene Creed.

2025 Woods Lecture Series to Discuss “The Church’s Witness in the World” with Two Prominent Church Leaders

The University of Dubuque Theological Seminary’s Woods Lecture Series will bring two prominent church leaders from the United Methodist Church (UMC) and the Presbyterian Church (USA) (PCUSA) to campus in August to discuss “The Church’s Witness in the World.”

Bishop Kennetha J. Bigham-Tsai, episcopal leader of the Iowa Conference UMC and co-bishop of the Illinois Great Rivers Conference UMC, will preach on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.

Rev. Tony Larson, MDiv, co-moderator of the 226th General Assembly (2024) of the PCUSA, will preach on Tuesday, August 12, 2025.

Both will begin at 11:00 a.m. with worship and sermon in Blades Chapel, Blades Hall.

These events will be livestreamed via www.facebook.com/DubuqueSeminary.

Press Release

Dementia in the Community: Health, Faith, & Inviting Places

Date: August 3, 2025 - 1:30-3:30 PM
Location: Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church, 471 Mount Vernon Hwy NE, Sandy Springs, GA 30328

Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church and Emory University's Goizueta Brain Health Institute are partnering to present Dementia in the Community: Health, Faith, & Inviting Places. This free event will focus on creating dementia safe and inviting spaces in faith communities.

Info/Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dementia-in-the-community-health-faith-and-inviting-spaces-08032025-tickets-1353295395959?aff=oddtdtcreator

Conversation on New Confession

Did you know that the PC(USA) has appointed a committee to write a new confession of faith to be considered for addition to our Book of Confessions?  As announced at our recent presbytery meeting, two members of PGA-- Charles Wiley and Martha Moore-Keish--are on the writing committee.  If you want to hear more about the process and offer your input, come join Martha and Charles for a conversation on Zoom Tuesday July 29, at 7pm.

Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/NcSUTD0uQQKmF36IWH9WIg

Memorial Drive Ministries - School Supply Drive

Drop off at Memorial Drive Ministries on Sunday, July 27, 2025 from 3-5 PM.

Items needed:

• #2 Pencils

• Black Pens

• Crayons

• Markers

• Kids Scissors

• Glue Sticks

• Pocket Folders

• Backpacks

• Wide-Ruled Filler Paper

• Kindergarten Writing Paper

• Brown Paper Lunch Bags

• Ziplock Bags (All Sizes)

• Hand Sanitizer

• Notebooks

• Tissues

Questions? Contact Lindsey Kafer at lindsey@mdmatl.org

Community Round-Up and Celebration
Presented by Radcliffe Presbyterian Church

July 26, 2025 - 12-3:30 PM
Radcliffe Presbyterian Church
286 Hamilton E. Holmes Dr NW

Event Overview

The Radcliffe Presbyterian Church is excited to announce our upcoming Community Celebration! Mark your calendars for this joyous occasion, taking place on Saturday, July 26, from 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM. This event is a fantastic opportunity for members of our church and the broader community to come together and celebrate our community and enjoy a time filled with activities, food, and fellowship.

Activities

Our Community Celebration will feature a variety of activities suitable for all ages. Here are some of the highlights:

• Live Music and Dancing: Enjoy live performances from local artists. Feel the rhythm and let the music lift your spirits as you mingle with friends, family, and neighbors.

• Give Aways and Information: Books, blessing bags, school supplies, water. Manned tables from Fire Department (fire truck}, Department of Public Works, Watershed Management, Voter Registration, health screenings by the Morehouse School of Medicine

• Special guest appearances: Broadway on Bankhead Theater Company

• Crafts and Workshops: Get creative with hands-on craft activities. Learn new skills, create beautiful items, and take home your creations as souvenirs.

• Kids’ Corner: Special area dedicated to the little ones, featuring face painting, bouncy houses, and GameTruck to keep them delighted.

Food and Refreshments

No celebration is complete without food!

• Hot dogs with fixings, cookies, chips, ice sickles ,drinks and water.

• Beverages: Stay refreshed with a selection of beverages, including fresh juices, sodas, and tea.

Community and Fellowship

One of the main goals of our Community Celebration is to foster a sense of unity and togetherness. Here are some ways you can connect with others during the event:

• Meet and Greet: Take the time to meet new people and reconnect with old friends for socializing and engaging in meaningful conversations.

• Prayer Station and Resource information: Open to all who have prayer request   and/or want to learn more about the services and programs offered by our church and other community organizations.

Event Schedule

To ensure you don’t miss out on any of the excitement, here’s a detailed schedule of the day’s events:

• 12:00 PM: Opening Ceremony and Welcome

• 12:15 AM: Activities Begin

• 12:30 PM: Kids’ Corner Activities Crafts

• 1:00 PM: Live Music Performances Begin; GameTruck Opens

• 3:20 PM: Closing Ceremony and Thank You

• 3:30 PM: Event Concludes

How to Participate

We welcome everyone to join us for this special day! Here’s how you can participate:

• Invite Friends and Family: Spread the word about our Community Celebration and encourage your friends and family to attend. The more, the merrier!

• Join Us for Worship: See you at Radcliffe on July 27, 2025 at 11:00 am for Worship Service

Contact Information

For more details or to volunteer, please contact us at:

Radcliffe Presbyterian Church
286 Hamilton E. Holmes Drive NW
Atlanta, GA 30318

Paula Coleman
Phone: (404) 401-3453
Email: administrator@radcliffepresbyterian.org

Website: www.radcliffepresbyterian.org

We look forward to seeing you at the Radcliffe Presbyterian Church Community Celebration! Save the date and join us for a day filled with joy, laughter, and fellowship.

Join us for our celebration on:

Date:  July 26, 2025
Time:  12:00 to 3:30 PM
Location:  Radcliffe Presbyterian Church and Parking Lot
286 Hamilton E. Holmes Drive NW
Atlanta, GA 30318

Presbytery of Greater Atlanta at Atlanta United

Join your friends and colleagues from across the presbytery on Wednesday, July 16, for a night out at Atlanta United! As the Five Stripes take on the Chicago Fire, we'll have a tailgate party beginning at 5:30pm and make our way to the match—first kick is at 7:30pm.

We have 40 group tickets available in section 228 for $27 each. If you already have tickets, sign up for the tailgate only. Get your tickets and sign up for the tailgate now! Hope to see you on July 16! (If you receive an error, try opening the link in a private/incognito window.)

Session Records Review

The annual required review of session records will be done on the following dates in the coming weeks and months:

• Thursday, July 10, 10:00am at the Presbytery Office - register here

• Set up a time to review your records virtually by following this link.

At each review, clerks exchange records with one another and verify the completion of the required tasks by the session during the previous year. Clerks are asked to complete a review form prior to the meeting.

Blank Session Minute Review Form (English)

Blank Session Minute Review (Korean)

Preparing for Your Session Review

For more information, contact Stated Clerk Andy James at cajames@atlpcusa.org.

Registration, forms, and additional information can be found on the Clerk’s Corner page: www.atlpcusa.org/clerks-corner

Ordination of Victoria Robinson

Sunday, June 22, 2025 at 4 PM
Roswell Presbyterian Church

Join us as we celebrate the Ordination of Victoria Robinson, Contract Call Associate Pastor of Youth Discipleship & Ministry at Roswell Presbyterian Church. The service will take place at Roswell Presbyterian Church on Sunday, June 22, 2025 at 4 PM (ET).

An offering is to be received to benefit the scholarship fund for those preparing for ministry of the Word and Sacrament under care of the Presbytery of Greater Atlanta.

Ordination of AJ Shortley

Sunday, June 8, 2025 at 3 PM
Northwest Presbyterian Church

Join us as we celebrate the Ordination of AJ Shortley, Associate Pastor for Youth, Young Adult & Community Outreach at Northwest Presbyterian Church. The service will take place at Northwest Presbyterian Church on Sunday, June 8, 2025 at 3 PM (ET). There will be a reception following the service.

An offering is to be received to benefit the scholarship fund for those preparing for ministry of the Word and Sacrament under care of the Presbytery of Greater Atlanta.

Pentecost Joint Worship Service of
Stockbridge Presbyterian Church and Transformation Covenant, a new worshiping community

June 8, 2025
12 PM (Noon)
Lunch and Worship Combined
4740 N Henry Blvd, Stockbridge, GA 30294
Outside Pavillion

Ordination of Shari Freeman

Sunday, June 8, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Mt. Vernon Presbyterian Church

Join us as we celebrate the Ordination of Shari Freeman, Associate Pastor for Spiritual Care at Mt. Vernon Presbyterian Church. The service will take place at Mt. Vernon Presbyterian Church on Sunday, June 8, 2025 at 10:30 AM (ET). There will be a lunch following the service.

An offering is to be received to benefit the scholarship fund for those preparing for ministry of the Word and Sacrament under care of the Presbytery of Greater Atlanta.

20th Anniversary of Hamilton Mill Presbyterian Church

June 8, 2025
10:30-11:30 AM

Pentecost Offering
April 21-June 8, 2025
Supporting at-risk children, youth and young adults. 

• 40% is retained by congregations to support work with at-risk children, youth and young adults in their local community. 

• 50% supports ministries with youth and young adults. 

• 10% supports child advocacy/children at risk. 

The Pentecost Offering is traditionally received on the day of Pentecost. However, your congregation is welcome to celebrate this Offering at any point in the year. In fact, many congregations receive it on a youth-related Sunday, like Sunday School Kickoff (or Rally) Day, Youth Sunday, or their Confirmation Sunday.

Information/Resources: https://pcusa.org/special-offerings/pentecost-offering

The Presbyterian Women of Radcliffe Presbyterian Church are organizing a book club event as part of our activities leading up to our Women's Day worship service. We believe this event offers a wonderful opportunity for fellowship and spiritual growth among the women of our Presbytery.

The book club will be held on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 11:00 AM in the Green Multipurpose Room at Radcliffe Presbyterian Church and will feature a discussion of Viola Davis' "Finding Me."

Refreshments will be served.
RSVP by Wednesday, June 4 to eldercindykai@gmail.com